Police data indicates that over 3,200 migrants housed in NYC shelters were arrested nearly 5,000 times between January 2023 and October 2024. This unprecedented data sheds light on crimes committed by migrants amidst the ongoing crisis, which began in spring 2022. The arrests included assaults, drug offenses, and thefts, drawing political outrage as crime rates among the migrant population became glaringly obvious. Notably, these incidents reflect a small percentage of the total asylum seekers, yet they have sparked intense public and political discourse regarding the safety in the city.
The latest NYPD data reveals that over 3,200 migrants were arrested in NYC shelters, with incidents of shootings, assaults, and property crimes in a span of two years.
This unprecedented look into migrant-related crime reveals that while arrests occurred, they represented only a small fraction of all asylum seekers in the city.
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